Newsletter issue | JUNE 3, 2025
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Table of Contents
Latest News & Events
“2025 One-on-One Employment Meetings“ in Taichung, Taipei, and Tainan from September to October!
Hot Jobs
Focus Taiwan
Proposed Amendments to the Foreign Professionals Act to Facilitate Talent Employment and Retention
Global Taiwan
Taiwan Ranks 1st in Global Health Care and 4th in Safety Index
Expat Story
Thriving Industries and Friendly Environment Attract International Talent to Taiwan
HR Highlights
Czech Republic: A Key European Hub for Talent Attraction
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To meet the growing demand for foreign professionals driven by Taiwan’s industrial development and global expansion, Contact TAIWAN held its first “One-on-One Employment Meetings” in Hsinchu in early 2025. Participating companies included well-known companies such as Foxconn, Delta Electronics, Realtek Semiconductor, Darfon Electronics, Dimerco, and Creative Sensor Inc. Nearly 290 interviews were conducted with 68 international students, primarily from India, Indonesia, and Vietnam. Taiwan’s safe and living environment, combined with convenience and bright economic prospects, are driving forces for these students to pursue their careers in Taiwan.
Taiwan’s enterprises continue to innovate and expand internationally, and further establishing a resilient talent pipeline is more critical than ever. International students with multicultural backgrounds and global perspectives can significantly enhance the international competitiveness of local businesses.
To further support the integration of foreign talent into the workforce, Contact TAIWAN will host three one-on-one recruitment meetings in Taichung, Taipei, and Tainan between September and October 2025. Company registration is now open, and talent registration is expected to begin as early as mid-August. For updates, please visit the Contact TAIWAN website or contact jennfr@taitra.org.tw or selinawang@taitra.org.tw.
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On April 2, 2025, Taiwan’s National Development Council (NDC) announced proposed amendments to the Act for the Recruitment and Employment of Foreign Professionals. These revisions aim to ease employment requirements for international talent. Key highlights of the proposed amendments include:
１.Graduates from the World’s Top 1,000 Universities welcomed
Graduates with a bachelor’s degree from a university ranked among the top 500 globally do not require two years of work experience before applying to work in Taiwan. The proposed amendment would expand to graduates from the top 1,000 universities worldwide, broadening the pool of global talent.
２.Introduction of a Personalized Work Permit
The amendments enable eligible applicants to apply directly to the Ministry of Labor for personalized work permits, without requiring employer sponsorship. Eligible applicants include:
３.Accelerated Path to Permanent Residency and Enhanced Social Security
The amendments aim to shorten the continuous residency period required to obtain permanent residency for individuals with Taiwanese academic credentials:
Additionally, foreign professionals, foreign special professionals, and foreign senior professionals will be allowed to participate in Taiwan’s Labor Pension Fund before acquiring permanent residency, thereby enhancing their long-term retirement security.
４.New Digital Nomad Visa
A new visa will be introduced for digital nomads, enabling foreign professionals to live and work remotely from Taiwan. Eligible applicants, along with their spouses and first-degree lineal relatives, may apply for the visa. It permits a six-month stay with multiple entries and can be extended, with each extension allowing a maximum stay of up to two years.
Source: National Development Council, https://www.ndc.gov.tw/News_Content7.aspx?n=3E6699ADB0BE3855&sms=C7BF44606A5BF73F&s=AA60C6119B883E6E
Taiwan claimed the top spot in Numbeo’s 2025 Health Care Index for the seventh consecutive year. South Korea and Japan followed closely in the second and third place. The index evaluates key factors, including the expertise of medical professionals, the quality of medical equipment, and the accessibility of healthcare services. Taiwan’s continued leadership in this regard reflects the strength and efficiency of its healthcare system, which provides high-quality, affordable care to foreign nationals residing in the country.
Taiwan also ranked 4th among nearly 150 countries and regions in Numbeo’s 2025 Safety Index, following Andorra, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar. The index measures public perceptions of safety, including how secure people feel walking alone during the day and at night, as well as concerns about crime and discrimination. With a score of 82.9 out of 100, Taiwan stands out as a safe, welcoming, and highly livable destination, qualities that have earned it continued international recognition.
Source:
Health Care Index by Country 2025:
https://www.numbeo.com/health-care/rankings_by_country.jsp
https://money.udn.com/money/story/5599/8549231
Safety Index by Country 2025:
https://www.numbeo.com/crime/rankings_by_country.jsp?displayColumn=1
https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202503250372.aspx
In this issue, we interviewed Michelle Hermawan, an overseas sales representative at Fusheng Industrial. She came to Taiwan in 2019 to study Mandarin on a scholarship from Indonesia. She quickly grew to appreciate Taiwan’s history, culture, and convenient public transportation, which makes traveling easy and enjoyable.
After graduating, Michelle chose to stay in Taiwan and build her career. During her job search, she discovered the Contact TAIWAN platform through the Indonesian student community and participated in the employment matching events. She described the event as well-organized, noting that the interviewers from Fusheng Industrial were patient and encouraging, giving her ample opportunity to express herself.
With a focus on global expansion, Fusheng Industrial actively recruits talent from diverse backgrounds via Contact TAIWAN. Michelle’s fluency in English and Chinese, her outgoing personality, and her quick thinking aligned perfectly with the company’s needs, helping her stand out.
Michelle highlights Taiwan’s advanced tech sector and welcoming work environment as ideal for career development. She encourages foreign talent in Taiwan to pursue long-term opportunities here and recommends Contact TAIWAN as a valuable resource to find ideal jobs.
Photo: Michelle Hermawan
As shown in the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking and QS World University Rankings, the Czech Republic stands out in Europe for its strong competitiveness in attracting international talent and for its high-quality universities that play a pivotal role in cultivating professionals in science and technology fields.
１.IMD World Competitiveness Ranking
In the 2024 IMD World Competitiveness Ranking, the Czech Republic ranked 29th out of 67 countries. It performed strongly across four main pillars: Government Efficiency (25th), Infrastructure (28th), Business Efficiency (30th), and Economic Performance (35th). Notably, within the Economic Performance category, the “International Trade” sub-indicator saw a significant leap, climbing 16 places to 21st in 2024. The country’s most appealing economic indicators include the availability of skilled labor (56.2%), higher education attainment (52.4%), cost competitiveness (51.4%), and infrastructure development (43.8%).
２.IMD World Talent Ranking
In the 2024 IMD World Talent Ranking, the Czech Republic placed 30th among 67 countries. The ranking assesses three key dimensions: Appeal (29th), Investment and Development (32nd), and Readiness (38th).
３.QS World University Ranking
According to the QS World University Rankings 2025, the Czech Republic is home to nine universities listed among the world’s top 1,000. These institutions collectively serve approximately 197,000 students, with undergraduate and postgraduate enrollment each totaling around 90,000 to 100,000.
In the field of Engineering and Technology, the Czech Technical University in Prague (CTU) ranks highest globally at 189th, followed by the Brno University of Technology (BUT) at 282nd. The University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague (UCT Prague) ranks 201st globally in the field of Chemical Engineering.
With strong governance, solid institutions, quality infrastructure, and a high standard of living, the Czech Republic is well-positioned to attract international talent. Its cost competitiveness—an average monthly salary of USD 1,952 in 2023, around 104% of Taiwan’s—adds to its appeal. As Taiwanese tech firms establish operations in the Czech Republic, it will become a strategic hub for expanding into Europe and a talent pool of skilled professionals.
IMD: https://www.imd.org/entity-profile/czech-republic-wcr/
https://www.imd.org/country-profile/talent-czech-republic-2024/
QS Ranking: https://www.topuniversities.com/world-university-rankings?region=Europe&countries=cz
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